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Control Software Engineer

Posted 26 Jan 2026
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Work experience
8 to 12 years
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Job function
Degree level
Required language
English (Fluent)

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As a Control Software Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team with Control Software Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the PLC and HMI software of multiple systems. In this role you are working closely with various other disciplines and with our customers.

Your days will look a lot like this:

  • Development, maintenance and testing of PLC and HMI software
  • Provide technical support to our (internal) customers
  • Day to day discussions with other disciplines, like Mechanical and Electrical
  • Prepare and upgrade/install our systems at customer locations over the world
  • Maintain technical and technological knowledge within your field of expertise

What kind of a person are you?

  • Have a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent through experience
  • More than 8 years of work experience in a similar role
  • Knowledge and experience in software engineering for HMI and PLC (required)
  • Knowledge of Exor HMI (JMobile, Designer) is a strong advantage
  • Knowledge of Schneider Electric PLC (Control Expert, PL7 Pro) is a strong advantage
  • Knowledge of B&R PLC (Automation Studio) is an additional advantage
  • Knowledge of additional programming languages like JavaScript and VBA is a plus
  • Capability in reading and understanding electrical drawings
  • Available to travel abroad to our customers for approximately 20%–30% of the time
  • Enjoy working in a dynamic environment

What’s in it for you?

  • Freedom to take initiative and make a real impact in a growing global business
  • An environment of trust and respect with space to explore and fail
  • A network of specialists who are always willing to help
  • A healthy work-life balance with 40 vacation days and flexible working arrangements
  • Endless possibilities to keep learning: access to LinkedIn Learning and Busuu language learning
  • A career instead of a job, with many opportunities for internal growth

Who we are

We are a global team of problem-solvers, passionate about transforming the future of food. As world leaders in advanced food processing solutions, we can contribute to creating a world where quality food is produced sustainably and affordably—but we need individuals with diverse perspectives and skills to help us get the most out of this opportunity.

We are in the business of transformation, innovation and inspiration. We provide software, machinery, systems and solutions that help food processors gain a competitive edge and make the most of cutting edge technology such as digitization, automation and robotics. Driven by a passion for meeting the growing demand for quality protein, we create groundbreaking solutions that benefit the global population.

Engineering
Boxmeer
Active in 40 countries
7,500 employees
70% men - 30% women
Average age is 35 years